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Tunisia

Tunisia vaccination advice

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An unforgettable trip to Tunisia starts with the right vaccinations.

A holiday to Tunisia means enjoying the warm climate, golden sandy beaches and fascinating culture with influences from both North Africa and the Arab world. Now do you want to explore the ruins of Carthage, visit the lively markets of Tunis or relax on the coast of Hammamet? Either way, good preparation is important so that you can enjoy it to the fullest. That travel preparation includes checking the recommended vaccinations for Tunisia, so you can leave with peace of mind.

Personal advice at Vaccination Point

At Vaccinatiepunt, you will always receive personalised and tailored travel advice tailored to your travel plans to Tunisia. Within 1 minute you can easily make an appointment online. You only need to come to the venue for the vaccinations themselves.

The benefits of Vaccination Point
  • More than 80 locations throughout the Netherlands
  • You can visit quickly, so also suitable for last-minute trips
  • Evening and weekend appointments possible
  • 20+ years of experience and LCR-registered

What vaccinations are required for Tunisia?

There are no compulsory vaccinations for a trip to Tunisia. However, the following vaccinations are recommended:

  • DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio): this vaccine protects you against infectious diseases caused by poor hygiene conditions.
  • Hepatitis A: this vaccination is recommended because hepatitis A can be transmitted in Tunisia through contaminated food and water.

Optional additional vaccinations for Tunisia

Depending on the nature of your trip and your personal health, the following vaccinations for Tunisia may also be wise to get:

  • BMR (Mumps, Measles, Rubella): recommended for persons not previously vaccinated against measles.
  • Hepatitis B: for travellers who will be in contact with locals for a longer period of time, it may be smart to take this vaccination.
  • Rabies: this vaccination is particularly important for travellers who may come into contact with animals.
  • Schistosomiasis: This parasitic infection can be contracted in freshwater. Therefore, avoid swimming in standing water as well.

Our approach to vaccinations for Tunisia

At Vaccination Point, we make your travel preparation as simple as possible. With the following steps, we arrive at a complete and reliable tailor-made travel advice:

  1. Make an appointment: choose a Vaccination point near you and select a date and time. There are also options for evening and weekend appointments.
  2. Fill in your travel details: think about your itinerary, your health status and your previous vaccinations. Make sure these details are at least 36 hours in advance have been completed.
  3. Receive personalised advice: our medical team assesses your data and makes a tailor-made vaccination advice on. 

Stop by for your vaccination: do not forget your identity card and yellow vaccination booklet take away.

Stay well protected during your trip to Tunisia

Besides getting the right vaccinations for Tunisia, there are other measures you can take to stay healthy during your trip. Avoid drinking tap water and pay attention to hygiene when eating local food. In addition, use mosquito repellent with DEET to prevent mosquito bites, especially in rural areas.

In transit? Then also check the vaccination advice for these destinations!

Travel on to other countries in North Africa or around the Mediterranean, such as Morocco, Egypt or Greece? Then also check the vaccination recommendations for your other destinations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there malaria in Tunisia?

Malaria is fortunately not prevalent in Tunisia. So preventive malaria treatment is not necessary. Nevertheless, it is still important to protect yourself well against mosquito bites, as mosquitoes can transmit other diseases. We recommend using mosquito repellent with DEET, especially in the evening, and wearing covering clothes in areas where there are many mosquitoes.

What do vaccinations for Tunisia cost?

The cost of vaccinations for your trip to Tunisia may vary depending on which vaccinations you need. Please refer to our tariff list for an overview of all vaccination and consultation costs. In addition, it may pay to check the fees of your health insurer. Do you have questions about costs or reimbursements? Our staff will be happy to inform you.

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